School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses
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Date of Award
2002
Document Type
Graduate Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Theology
Department
School of Theology and Seminary
First Advisor
Michael Patella, OSB
Subject Categories
Biblical Studies | Christianity | Practical Theology
Abstract
The gospel of Luke provides a unique model of discipleship. The story of Martha and Mary in Luke 10:38-42 presents the following of Christ that touches the core of every human response to the divine call for an integrated discipleship. However, any "actualization," that is, the application of the text at the present time, has to begin from the proper interpretation of the scriptural text. Although the feminist criticism offers a new perspective of the story of Martha and Mary, this paper proposes a wholistic interpretation of the story of Martha and that of Mary. Martha exemplifies the unpremeditated charity to serve others while Mary exemplifies the role of adhering to the word of God. But discipleship is neither an identification with Martha's role nor an identification with Mary's role. Rather, every disciple has to embody within oneself the person of Martha and Mary.
Recommended Citation
Dolores, Mary Placid (Luz) OSB, "Martha and Mary: Archetypes of Integral Discipleship" (2002). School of Theology and Seminary Graduate Papers/Theses. 948.
https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/sot_papers/948
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